NPD Design Engineer

NPD Design Engineer page is loaded## NPD Design Engineerlocations: Hebron, KYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: May 20, 2026 (26 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0003376# **If you are a current Ruger employee, please****Job Description:****New Product Development (NPD) Design Engineer**We are seeking a high-energy **NPD Design Engineer** who thrives in an **Agile environment**. You will leverage expert-level **systems design** skills to drive iterative product cycles, prioritizing **rapid prototyping** to "fail fast and learn faster." Your mission is to balance engineering rigor with speed, ensuring we hit aggressive **revenue targets** by delivering validated, high-demand products to market before the competition. This is a full-time onsite role in our **Hebron, KY** location.**Key Responsibilities*** Partner with marketing, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure designs are economically feasible and meet market demands.* Participate in Learning events and daily stand-ups, managing design backlogs and delivering incremental CAD updates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.* Utilize in-house 3D printing (SLA/FDM), CNC, and soft tooling to create low-fidelity prototypes for immediate "look and feel" validation and functional testing.* Identify high-risk design assumptions early; build, test, and break prototypes rapidly to pivot or persevere before significant capital is committed.* Use CAD (SolidWorks) to create and/or modify designs with Lean Manufacturing Principles, Design for Manufacturability, and customer satisfaction in mind.* Ensure every design sprint moves the needle toward product-market fit and hits the KPIs required to meet annual revenue goals.* Utilize design analysis methods such as failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA), stress analysis (both FEA & hand calculations), kinematic & dynamic analysis of mechanisms, fatigue analysis, etc.* Develop predictive mathematical models for simulating various aspects of mechanism motion.* Select proper materials for use in new product designs or to improve existing designs.* Prepare complete technical data packages that clearly state design intent, utilizing GD&T and proper drafting techniques per ANSI/ASME Y14.5M.* Conduct tolerance analysis studies to ensure parts fit and function properly.* Lead and participate in design and process reviews as required.* Prepare technical documents such as test procedures, technical reports, component manuals, etc.* Interact with vendors concerning parts they supply or propose to supply to the company.* Use metrology equipment to inspect parts and ensure design intent is met.* Conduct/oversee product testing.* Use PDM system for new product design and design changes.* Consistently model the Ruger expected behaviors.* All other duties as assigned.**Requirements:*** Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.* Minimum of 3 years in product development or a related engineering role.**Preferred Qualifications:*** SolidWorks Expertise: Advanced proficiency in 3D modeling, with an emphasis on modular design for quick changes.* Agile Mindset: Experience working within Agile Project management frameworks; comfortable with ambiguity and iterative design cycles.* Prototyping Kit: Hands-on experience with rapid fabrication tools (3D printers, laser cutters) and testing rigs.* Business Drive: Ability to tie technical milestones to the commercial success of the product line.### BENEFITS OF A CAREER AT RUGER!* Comprehensive Medical Plan* Prescription Drug Coverage* Dental Plans* Vision Care Plan* Life Insurance* Supplemental Term Life* Flexible Spending Accounts* 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 4% Safe Harbor Company Match* Additional 5% Supplemental 401(k) Company Contribution* Paid Time Off* Twelve Paid Company Holidays* Short & Long Term Disability Plans* Associate Discount Program* Additional Outside Vendor Discounts* Quarterly Profit Sharing for All Associates* Additional Bonus Opportunities for Qualified Positions* Travel Assistance* Resource Advisor (EAP)
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